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Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act
12/20/2024, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5183
Bill 118 hr 5183, also known as the Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve communication and coordination of care for cancer patients.
The bill requires healthcare providers to develop and implement a personalized cancer care plan for each patient. This plan must include information on the patient's diagnosis, treatment options, potential side effects, and long-term care needs. The goal is to ensure that patients are fully informed about their treatment and have a clear understanding of what to expect.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve communication between healthcare providers and patients by requiring regular updates on the patient's progress and any changes to their care plan. This will help ensure that patients are actively involved in their treatment decisions and have the information they need to make informed choices. Overall, the Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act seeks to improve the quality of care for cancer patients by promoting better communication and coordination among healthcare providers. This bill has the potential to positively impact the lives of many individuals facing a cancer diagnosis.
The bill requires healthcare providers to develop and implement a personalized cancer care plan for each patient. This plan must include information on the patient's diagnosis, treatment options, potential side effects, and long-term care needs. The goal is to ensure that patients are fully informed about their treatment and have a clear understanding of what to expect.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve communication between healthcare providers and patients by requiring regular updates on the patient's progress and any changes to their care plan. This will help ensure that patients are actively involved in their treatment decisions and have the information they need to make informed choices. Overall, the Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act seeks to improve the quality of care for cancer patients by promoting better communication and coordination among healthcare providers. This bill has the potential to positively impact the lives of many individuals facing a cancer diagnosis.
Congressional Summary of HR 5183
Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act
This bill provides for Medicare coverage and payment of cancer care planning and coordination services for individuals who are diagnosed with or treated for cancer, including the development of treatment plans, follow-up care, and any necessary revisions.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5183
Bill HR 5183 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 11, 2023. Bill HR 5183 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on August 11, 2023. Bill HR 5183's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5183
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
2Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
11Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5183
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Cancer
- Health care coverage and access
- Medicare
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5183
Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act
Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of cancer care planning and coordination under the Medicare program.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5183
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